Using Netflix on your Windows computer or tablet

Welcome to Netflix on your Windows computer or tablet! Use this article to learn about Netflix features and how to set up and sign out of your account. If you’re unsure if your device supports Netflix, follow the steps in the “Set up Netflix”
section to attempt to locate the Netflix app. The Netflix app is available on Windows 8 and later. If you are using an earlier version of Windows, you can enjoy Netflix.com from a web browser.

Netflix Features

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Netflix in Ultra HD

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Netflix website

Netflix is available on Windows computers using a Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, or Opera browser, or the Netflix app for Windows 8 or Windows 10. Netflix streaming features
on Windows computers include:

NavigationBrowse rows of movie posters: The main Netflix.com page displays rows of TV shows and movies for you to browse. You can also browse genres from the Browse drop-down.

Search: Search for specific TV show or movie titles, actors, directors, or genres from the search box in the upper right corner of the Netflix.com menu bar.

TV Show or Movie Pages: Hover over a specific TV show or movie poster to see additional information, such as a brief synopsis, year(s) produced, or maturity rating. Clicking on the title from within this section will take you to the full description page
for that TV show or movie.

Playback: Click on a poster to begin playing a TV show or movie. While your title is playing, use the scroll bar at the bottom of the player screen to fast forward, rewind, or see more options. To exit video playback, select the back button in the upper
left corner of your screen. If the scroll bar or back button are not visible on your screen, simply move your cursor until they appear.

Supported RegionsNetflix supports streaming on Windows computers using supported browsers in all regions where Netflix is available.

ResolutionWindows computers support streaming in the following browser resolutions:

Google Chrome up to 720p

Internet Explorer up to 1080p

Microsoft Edge up to 4K*

Mozilla Firefox up to 720p

Opera up to 720p

Windows 8 app up to 1080p

Windows 10 app up to 4K*

*Streaming in 4K requires an HDCP 2.2 compliant connection to a 60Hz 4K-capable display, Intel's 7th generation Core CPU or newer, and the latest Windows updates. Check with the manufacturer of your
system to verify specifications.

Subtitles & Alternate AudioSelect the Audio and Subtitles icon to choose an alternate language track or turn on available subtitles.

Netflix app for Windows 8

Netflix streaming features on the Windows 8 App include:

Supported Regions

Netflix is available on Windows 8 in all regions where Netflix is available.

Navigation

Browse genre columns: Click or tap on a genre title to browse TV shows and movies.

Search: Click or tap on the magnifying glass icon in the upper right corner to access search.

TV Show or Movie Pages: Hover over a TV show or movie poster to get a pop-up with information such as a brief synopsis, year(s) produced, or maturity rating. Clicking or tapping on the title within
the pop-up will take you to the full information page for that TV show or movie.

Playback: Click or tap on a poster to begin playing a TV show or movie. While a title is playing, use the scroll bar at the bottom of the app screen to see more options. To exit video playback, click
or tap in the upper left hand corner of the movie and select the back button.

Windows 8 supports subtitles and alternate audio on select titles, and 5.1 surround sound when available. Select the Subtitles and Alternate Audio icon at the bottom of the screen to configure subtitle and
alternate language audio.

Netflix app for Windows 10

Netflix streaming features on the Windows 10 App include:

Supported Regions

Netflix is available on Windows 10 in all regions where Netflix is available.

Navigation

Browse genre columns: Click or tap on a genre title to browse TV shows and movies.

Search: Click or tap on the magnifying glass icon in the upper right corner to access search.

TV Show or Movie Pages: Hover over a TV show or movie poster to get a pop-up with information such as a brief synopsis, year(s) produced, or maturity rating. Clicking or tapping on the title within
the pop-up will take you to the full information page for that TV show or movie.

Playback: Click or tap on a poster to begin playing a TV show or movie. While a title is playing, use the scroll bar at the bottom of the app screen to see more options. To exit video playback, click
or tap in the upper left hand corner of the movie and select the back button.

Windows 10 supports subtitles and alternate audio on select titles, and 5.1 surround sound when available. Select the Subtitles and Alternate Audio icon at the bottom of the
screen to configure subtitle and alternate language audio.

Dolby Atmos audio

Dolby Atmos audio is available on select titles with a compatible sound system and Windows 10 RS3 Build 16299 or later.

Downloads

Download select titles to watch when you can't be online. See our article about downloads to learn more.

Netflix website

You can watch Netflix on your Windows computer by visiting Netflix.com. Watching on Netflix.com is supported on Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, and Opera browsers. Complete system requirements available here.

Netflix website

From the Netflix home screen, hover over your profile name in the upper right corner of the page.

Select Sign out of Netflix.

You are now signed out of your Netflix account.

Note:

These steps will only sign you out of Netflix on your current browser. If you are signed in to your Netflix account on more than one browser, you will need to repeat these steps on all browsers that
you use to access Netflix.

Netflix app for Windows 8

From the Netflix app, swipe from the right side of the screen to open the Charms bar.

Select the Settings option on the Charms bar.

Select Sign Out.

Select Sign Out again to confirm.

Netflix app for Windows 10

From the Netflix app, select the More Options icon in the upper right corner.

Select Sign Out.

Select Sign Out again to confirm.

Netflix is available in Ultra HD on Windows computers and tablets. To stream in Ultra HD, you will need:

A Windows 10 computer or tablet with the latest Windows updates installed.